Draco1962

The Star Wars: Prequel Pack available 1/23/2025 - $55 Not a bad deal, especially if properly optimized for modern systems.

I think that it is funny that the libs alarmed and worried about his "Billionaire Boys Club" running the country. Really? Explain George Soros, Bill Gates, and other wealthy liberals with skin in the same game. At the end of the day, we'll be okay. Most of us will still be poor, wondering what the heck we're going to do with our lives. All we can do is be kind to one another.

I don't see tariffs in the immediate future. Creepy Uncle Joe created a slash & burn exit s#it storm for the Don to cleanup first. Even with both houses in conservative hands, not all conservatives are Trump sycophants and will hopefully rise up against any outright shenanigans. His speeches are laborious and mind-numbing. If he'd just stick to the facts and quit the name calling and blame gaming, he'd be more effective.

My suggestion was not a rule in as much as strong suggestion to help keep existing triage efforts as clean/clear as possible. I am glad it is sorted for you and feel free to ask for assistance any time!

I still liken Trump to the ugly love child that the far left and right parented. He is a scoundrel, braggert, big mouth, and a few other words. I don't see him starting WWIII. If anything we were closer due to the outgoing administration. It will be interesting to see how the international issues resolve (or not) in the coming months. Tariffs just means that we will be paying a backend tax for goods from China as they will pass them on with increased prices to the consumer. I don't see tariffs replacing income or other federal taxes. I am hopeful that the recent term limits bill for members of Congress being floated passes. If a politician receives a vote, there should be a limited stay not a lifetime career. Sadly, the outgoing administration has engaged in slash & burn tactics contrary to the voiced promotion of a smooth transition. I am not hopeful for finding new remote work as both Trump and "best buddy" Elon are big supporters of RTO mandates and there are only about 6% of Federal workers currently in office daily. I fully expect to see an exodus in coming months, swelling the unemployment ranks. As for routers and switches, TP Link is under fire and I expect other Chinese brands to be impacted.

I am using the Ubuntu-derived version of Linux Mint with the Cinnamon UI for the old laptop and desktops. So far working well with little intervention required. As for ChromeOS (or ChromeOS Flex), there are some concerns about support for older peripherals that I would like to see still be used by the recipient, such built-in CD/DVD drives, older but still serviceable desktop printers and scanners, if available. I may consider looking into it for more basic kit.

No hurries. This is another reason why we suggest separate threads. 💯 Upgrade to the latest version as soon as you are able and report back with your results. If still an issue, attach new copies of your pinballx.ini and log.txt files in your reply.

Good deal and thanks for reporting back! Glad it is sorted!

As a general rule it should be understood to open a new thread to report an error or bug vs. adding to an existing thread unless otherwise requested.

Been tripping down that lane quite a bit lately.

I split this to a separate thread from the one involving loading videos in possible event cause is unrelated and triage of original thread can continue unmuddied.

Then just drag & drop your recording at the bottom of your post.

Do you have LAV codecs installed?

Noted in log.txt: 17:29:07.95 1/18/2025: Not Restoring Emulator from Cache: 61 17:29:08.71 1/18/2025: Not Restoring Emulator Database From Cache: 61 17:29:08.72 1/18/2025: The type initializer for 'ga' threw an exception. 17:29:08.72 1/18/2025: at gf.a(String A_0) 17:29:08.72 1/18/2025: at gf..ctor(String A_0, Boolean A_1) 17:29:08.72 1/18/2025: at gb.am(String A_0, fc A_1) 17:29:08.72 1/18/2025: at ew.a(fj A_0, e3 A_1, fc& A_2) 17:29:08.72 1/18/2025: at System.Data.OleDb.OleDbConnection.a(fj A_0) 17:29:08.72 1/18/2025: at System.Data.OleDb.OleDbConnection.a(String A_0) 17:29:08.72 1/18/2025: at System.Data.OleDb.OleDbConnection.set_ConnectionString(String value) 17:29:08.72 1/18/2025: at System.Data.OleDb.OleDbConnection..ctor(String connectionString) 17:29:08.72 1/18/2025: at a3.b(String A_0, String A_1) 17:29:08.72 1/18/2025: at GameEx.MainForm.a(Int32 A_0, Int32 A_1, Boolean A_2) How does it behave if you disable Emulator 62 - GameCube?

I know it is frustrating but thanks for sticking it out so a solution has a chance of being found.

What happens if you boot with the install gameex.ini before you copy yours over the top? Also, is it possible that there is an issue with the hbmame.xml (HBMame Database) that is causing the issue?

Delete the .map, .dbcache, & .dbcacheini files pertaining to the emulator. GameEx will rescan your directory. These files can be found in the DATA directory of your GameEx install directory.

@Tom Speirsisn't the log supposed to reflect the Windows version? All I see is 64-bit, no Windows 11 or other.

Pixelcade is compatible with GameEx and GameEx Arcade Edition. I can't speak for Evolution.

A good reference although it does not seem to have been updated to reflect recent backwards expansion of compatible CPUs: Windows Processor Requirements

Where did you find these TPM 2.0 cards of which you speak? EDIT: I read this - Where to buy TPM 2.0 for Windows 11 and it may not be an option for the PC in question (Dell XPS 8300). Will further read How to Install a Trusted Platform Module on an Unsupported Computer as it goes into further detail. What's the worst that can happen? I am back on the path I started!

I have seen more of these type articles recently Windows 11 Update: Microsoft Now Allows Installation on Older PCs TPM 2.0 is still an item and will not change.

Hopefully you have better ewaste recycling than we do here and it can be broken down an elements reconstituted. You may get someone locally to take it and other components off your hands for free if there is a need to restore a PC that they intend to stay with Win 10.. just a thought. https://forums.gameex.com/forums/forum/27-buy-sell-trade/

You probably saw from another post that I am working to get some old kit working on Linux and giving away to family/friends that cannot afford to buy a PC. Most need to get connected online to manage their expenses, appointments, and keep in touch. One PC is slated to become a NAS and print server. Looking at TrueNAS Scale but may consider other options. So a few less in the landfill and clearing shelf space while looking less like a tech horder in the process!